This course is largely practical to ensure all students are fully competent in the application of a full set of gel or acrylic nails. All aspects of consultation, preparation and health and safety are covered in this course.

Course objectives:

Code of Practice and Insurance for therapists

Health and Safety and COSHH regulations

The consultation procedure

Contra-indications and client expectations

How to prepare for the different treatments

Identification of nail disorders and contra-actions

Nail preparation

Tip application

Gel or Acrylic application (depending on course chosen)

Maintenance – infills/backfills (on day 3 half day training )

Aftercare

Anatomy & Physiology for nail technology

Course pre-requisites: qualification in Manicure & Pedicure is a pre-requisite for this course.

CPD points: 22

Assessment: Observation of application and written assessment to be completed and brought with you on course date.

What’s included? Comprehensive course manual, accredited certificate.

Models: courses will still run if there is only one student but you will need to bring a friend or family member on whom to practise. It is the responsibility of the student to find a model/s. If there is more than one student attending you will practise on each other. All models must be over 16, and in good health (please see T&C).

Prices:

Two and a half days: Gel or Acrylic £350 (please pay a booking fee of £90 to Amethyst Holistic Training to book your course; balance of £260 is payable to Beauty Necessities).